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Posted by didi on August 26, 2000, at 13:17:26
I have been on Zoloft 50mg for 3 years now. After viewing 20/20 last night where the topic was "Paxil Withdrawal or Antidepressant Withdrawal" I became very concerned about the symptons I will have when I decide to get off of them. I fear not only the dizziness, nausea, electric shocks in brain. I fear a relapse of depression, PMS, being moody, being agitated, having irrational thoughts, crying, etc. etc. Zoloft eleviates all of the above. But, it also hinders my sex drive - which sucks. I have read, that by taking Gingko Biloba 3x a day would help "revive the drive". I have been taking it for 2 months and haven't noticed anything. So, to repeat, 1) fear of withdrawal symptons 2) fear of relapse of everything 3) continuing Zoloft reduces my libido. How long can one stay on Zoloft anyway? 5 years, 10, is there a time limit? Thoughts anyone???????
Posted by Cam W. on August 27, 2000, at 20:55:09
In reply to Zoloft, posted by didi on August 26, 2000, at 13:17:26
Didi - Done properly, withdrawl from any of these medications can be achieved with minimal discomfort. Most people can stop them without tapering, but I strongly recommend tapering be done. The length of time on should stay on Zoloft really depends upon the condition. Some people, if they respond well to the drug, may have to stay on the drug indefinitely. Some docs will taper the dose or try a "drug holiday" from medications to see if they are still needed. It really depends upon the individual situation, though.
Hope this helps - Cam
Posted by didi on September 3, 2000, at 18:32:26
In reply to Re: Zoloft, posted by Cam W. on August 27, 2000, at 20:55:09
> Thank you Cam for repsonding. I will consider tapering off with my Doc's recommendation. I appreciate your input.
Didi - Done properly, withdrawl from any of these medications can be achieved with minimal discomfort. Most people can stop them without tapering, but I strongly recommend tapering be done. The length of time on should stay on Zoloft really depends upon the condition. Some people, if they respond well to the drug, may have to stay on the drug indefinitely. Some docs will taper the dose or try a "drug holiday" from medications to see if they are still needed. It really depends upon the individual situation, though.
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> Hope this helps - Cam
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